Sermons on Sign Symbol Sacrament:

Seeing Double Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 11, 2008

If symbolism is gold, then Ex. 12 is ‘Fort Knox!’ A passage rich in practical truths to enhance Christian living. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

Double Meanings Exodus 12:1-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/doublemeanings.html The OT is rich in symbolism. Throughout it you find golden gems...stories which could stand alone and be powerful enough, and yet they have further meaning which apply later in the NT. If symbolism is riches, then ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The First Truths Of The Last Supper Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

It's called the Last Supper, but that’s not really true. Jesus looked forward to a time in the future when He would be alive, and He would celebrate a feast in the Kingdom of God. This will be a future time of reunion, refreshment, and rejoicing.

INTRODUCTION Easter is five weeks from today. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to walk with Jesus through 94 hours of events that changed the course of our world. The 94-hour period started when Jesus sat down with His disciples to eat the Passover Meal. It ended on Easter Sunday morning ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Seven "I Am's" Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 1, 2010

There is a big difference in being a mere fan of Jesus and a disciple of Jesus. A disciple enjoys a closer walk and relationship with his Lord and Master. On the other hand, a fan has an impersonal relationship and is often unknown by the person he follow

Intro: As you read the Gospel records, you will easily see the multitudes who followed Jesus. But are these real followers who personally knew Jesus? You see there is a big difference in being a mere fan of Jesus and a disciple of Jesus. A disciple enjoys a closer walk and relationship with his ...read more

Scripture: John 18:4-9

Denomination: *other

Three Christian Emblems (Or The Three Phases Of The Christian Life)

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Make your choice…Christ offers you His yoke, His cross, His crown. The devil can give you wealth, pleasure, and a curse. If you choose the crown, you must content yourself to submit to the cross and the yoke which are all linked to each other. So what do

Intro: Briefly discuss religious and national symbols. Explain the Christian flag. Instead of just one main symbol—the cross, I propose three, and these are: the YOKE, CROSS and CROWN. Let us examine each of these word pictures and learn some insightful lessons from their spiritual meanings. I. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: *other

The Unveiling Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 23, 2011

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 20

Revelation 1: 1 – 20 The Unveiling 1 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His servant John, 2 who bore witness to the word of God, and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why The Cup? Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

What spiritual meaning can we get from the cup?

“In the same manner He also took the cup after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood. This do, as often as you . . . drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death till He comes” (1 Cor. 11:25-26). A. Why Grapes Are a Symbol of His Death 1. Symbols of fruitfulness. “This is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Evidence Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon introduction discusses the significance of the cross as a symbol of Easter, highlighting its original use as a tool of execution and torture, and its transformation into a symbol of special meaning and beauty.

He is risen! I’m happy to see you this Resurrection Sunday! Does anyone have a new cross necklace? I’ve always thought that if you don’t like giving chocolate and bunnies, a cross could make a great gift for Easter morning. Whether you received it today or have worn it for years, how many of you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-32, 1 Corinthians 15:17-21, Matthew 28:13

Topics: Resurrection Sunday, Symbolism Of Cross, Easter Gifts

Sermon Series: The Easter Challenge

Why Was The One Sign Jesus Would Give "the Sign Of Jonah"? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 30, 2013

A look at whether Jonah died in the whale as well as what the specific significance of the "sign of Jonah" is.

WHAT IS THE SIGN OF JONAH? Is the point that Jonah was in the whale or that Jonah was dead? - Matthew 12:38-40. - The point of the miracle is less the miracle of being in a whale or the specific time frame (“three days and three nights”) and more the miracle of resurrection. WHAT EXACTLY ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Demonstrated Powerful Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Charles Downing on Jul 23, 2015

The Gospel is powerful! It is meant by the Lord to be both seen and heard. It is intended to be presented to this world both in the preached word and in visible manifestation and demonstration of the Holy Spirit's power.

  The Demonstrated Powerful Gospel of Jesus Christ Summary: The Gospel is powerful! It is meant by the Lord to be both seen and heard. It is intended to be presented to this world both in the preached word and in visible manifestation and demonstration of the Holy Spirit's power. Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Paying Attention

Contributed by Monte Brown on Feb 28, 2014

It is crucial to keep a firm grip on the gospel of Jesus Christ, less we be drawn away by the enticements of the environment around us.

Are You Paying Attention! How many times have we heard that in our lives, growing up! Well this morning follow along with me in Hebrews 2:1-4 as the writer of Hebrews says to us Are You Paying Attention. It is crucial to keep a firm grip on the gospel of Jesus Christ, less we be drawn away by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Part 14 - Matthew 12:38-41 - The Greatest Miracle Of All! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Nov 11, 2010

He doesn't mess around with their bad attitudes or get DISTRACTED from the essentials. He leads them to the GREATEST MIRACLE OF ALL.

Part 14 - Matthew 12:38-41 - THE GREATEST MIRACLE OF ALL! A few days ago, my good friend Joe (not his real name) was taken into hospital after the antibiotics that he was taking didn't appear to be making a discernable difference. He deteriorated quickly and after a few days he was just a skeleton ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Signs Of God’s Existence

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 21, 2012

Arguments for God’s Existence a. The Cosmological Argument b. The Teleological Argument c. The Ontological Argument d. The Moral Argument

I hold a book in my hand, and you see the cover, the pages, the letters, the words, but you do not see the author, the printer, the ink maker, the paper maker, or the bookbinder. You never did see them, you never will see them, and yet there is not one of you that will think of disputing or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Miracles

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Aug 10, 2013

Miracles are for today

Miracles Acts 19:11 - Now God worked unusual miracles by the hands of Paul 1. Miracles are secondary to the Gospel Matthew 6:33 - But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you 2. Miracles draw a crowd John 6:2 - Then a great multitude ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11

Denomination: Charismatic

The Apostles Respected By People

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 13, 2017

The multitudes believed that their sick ones could be healed without the touch of the hands of the apostles, since they laid the sick on cots and couches in the streets in hopes that the shadow of Peter might pass over them.

November 18, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Lesson II.D.2.a: The Apostle's Respected By People (2:12-16) Acts 5.12-16 (KJV) 12 And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch. 13 And of the rest durst ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Works God Requires

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 27, 2017

In the sixth chapter of John Jesus is interacting with "followers" who have been raised with and external, works-centered holiness. Jesus boils it all down to one simple action; an action which is not possible without the work of God Himself.

Please open your Bibles to John 6:25-42 which we will read in a few minutes. As we prepare to read this text that Jesus has miraculously fed the five thousand with five small barley loaves and two small fish, and, after everyone had eaten their fill the disciples picked up twelve baskets of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-42, Titus 3:5-6

Denomination: Nazarene